tire plugs anyone use them?

[Madness]

I was wondering if anyone has used plugs with any success? I know they are not near as good an inside patch, but if one puts one in how long will it last?

If a plug is used in an emergency, can it be pulled and replaced with a patch later on?

Thanks

 

[stealthee]

I had a nail in my rear tire. I plugged it several months ago and haven't lost any air since then. Plugs work just fine on small holes.

 

[dpzelenak]

shops dont use plugs anymore because patchs are 100X better and the dot doesnt aprove them anymore, but ive used them before and never had a problem

 

[Bronco Boy]

I use plugs all the time. Have two in the car (different tires); just did one last weekend. They are fine for nail or screw holes, or for emergency repairs on large holes. When four-wheeling, I once had to put 4 plugs in a guys sidewall to get him home; worked just fine.

Once the plug is installed, light it on fire and let it melt into itself, giving it the best possible seal.

And yes a plug can be removed after to be patched.

 

[dsmuts]

I've used plugs plenty of times and put quite a few miles on after plugging it and never had a problem with it.

 

[Bio248]

ive plugged my tires a few times.

 

[Mad Monkey]

i saw the other day when doing my hubs that one of my tires has a plug in it.. who knows how longs its been there.. lol at least 8 mo LOL

 

[NegativeOne13]

Plug is great on the side of the road fix. You can ride with them for a little while, but I would suggest getting it patched at the next avail. And yes, they can be pulled and patched. Everyone has their own opinions about them, but I say good for emergency, otherwise get it patched.

 

[Iceman6669]

I have used plugs many times. But I always put a thing of slime in after, just to make sure the seal is good and not going to leak on me.

 

[redlinepontiac]

i use them all the time, just get the tire warm before you put it in